University Hospitals Sussex is delighted to welcome Philippa Slinger as their new Chair from Monday 1 July 2024. Philippa takes on the role from the previous Chair Alan McCarthy, who announced his retirement in October last year.
Philippa has a strong track record – working in mental health, community and acute care across the NHS, and the private sector.
She is a mental health nurse by training, and has amassed more than 25 years of board-level experience, bringing a wealth of ward-to-board experience to the Trust leadership team.
Having been chief executive of several NHS providers, she went on to be an improvement director for NHS Improvement and then chief executive of Devon’s Integrated Care System.
Talking of her new appointment, Philippa said: “Joining the Trust Board as Chair at one of the largest trusts in the country is a privilege, and one I am thoroughly looking forward to.
“This is an exciting new role for me to help support all colleagues across the organisation. There is already so much brilliant work going on, including hospital site transformations, constant innovation and new digital pathways. With so much important work ahead, I am honoured to play my part in giving the people of Sussex the very best possible care.
“I am truly committed to the NHS and strongly believe that it works to serve those in need of its services, and in support of its staff, to enable them to be the very best they can be.
“UHSussex has a wonderful opportunity to continue its development and consistently deliver the care we all would want for our loved ones, and to be the employer we would all want to work for. I’m looking forward to working with the Board, governors, partners, MPs, and stakeholders.”
Dr George Findlay, Chief Executive of UHSussex, said: “On behalf of the Board and all our staff I would like to offer a warm welcome to Philippa.
“Her extensive knowledge of the NHS as a nurse, leader and advisor will offer us great support and insight. I am looking forward to working with her on the Trust’s long-term improvement journey.”
Philippa will work closely with the Board and in partnership with local partners to drive forward UHSussex’s vision of providing excellent care, every time for all patients.